Nikon D200 vs Olympus E-3

Following is a extended assessment of the Nikon D200 versus Olympus E-3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the D200 (10MP) and the E-3 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the D200 (APS-C) and E-3 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D200 was announced 24 months before the E-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the D200 scores vs the E-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D200 and Olympus E-3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D200 Gallery and Olympus E-3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D200 has exterior dimensions of 147mm x 113mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) while the Olympus E-3 has sizing of 142mm x 116mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D200 versus Olympus E-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the D200 and the E-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D200 and E-3 is 55 and 56 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D200 and E-3.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The D200 has got the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more aged D200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.